CVE-2014-125017 FFmpeg rpza_decode_stream memory corruption

High 7.3 Published 18 Jun 2022 Updated 15 Apr 2025

Remote attackers can trigger memory corruption in FFmpeg's rpza_decode_stream function, potentially leading to code execution or denial of service.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2014-125017?

CVE-2014-125017 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in Ffmpeg Ffmpeg, published on 18 Jun 2022. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

A vulnerability classified as critical was found in FFmpeg 2.0. This vulnerability affects the function rpza_decode_stream. The manipulation leads to memory corruption. The attack can be initiated remotely. The name of the patch is Fixes Invalid Writes. It is recommended to apply a patch to fix this issue.

Weakness: CWE-125, CWE-119

Which versions are affected by CVE-2014-125017?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Ffmpeg Ffmpeg.

How do I fix CVE-2014-125017?

No fix has been published for CVE-2014-125017 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2014-125017 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2014-125017 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-9qcx-284c-j89q.